Jay Allen, Author at Unseen Japan

Japan's sport of gateball is increasingly unpopular. Is that because it leads to violence? The truth, it turns out, is more complicated.

Populist politicians claim without evidence that foreigners are getting overly favorable treatment in Japan. Many believe them.

In Spain, they're shooting tourists with water guns. Why aren't we seeing the same level of revolt against tourists in Japan?

While LGBTQ people in general lost support, transgender people face challenges in Japan in terms of both awareness and acceptance.

Following in the wake of the Nakai Masahiro scandal, another pop/TV star stands accused of multiple acts of harassment against staff.

Born during Japan's "traffic war" of the 1950s and 1960s, "Tobita-kun" and all his variations remain an iconic roadside sight.

Japan's far right has been left behind. Is this because of Japan's "unique culture"? Or is there something else going on?

While Japan made progress in several areas, it took a huge step back in representation at the highest level of government.